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Generic: methoxsalen
A psoralen - This medicine is given before ultraviolet radiation
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What may interact with this medicine?
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine?Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. See your eye doctor regularly. Report any changes in your vision right away.This medicine may increase your chance of getting cancer. Talk to your doctor about your risk. See a doctor for regular cancer checks as directed. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/ booths. Stay out of the sun for 24 hours before a UV treatment and at least 8 hours after taking this medicine, or as directed by your doctor. For 24 hours after you take this medicine, wear wrap- around sunglasses that block all UV light whenever you can see any sunlight. Do not switch between hard- and soft- gelatin capsules of this medicine. This may change the timing of your UV treatment. |
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